Nutty Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are versatile, delicious, nutritious and easy to prepare. It's a great source of beta-carotene and provides several other health benefits such as helping to improve blood sugar regulation. The recipe below is also vegan friendly so everyone can enjoy!

Ingredients

4 large sweet potatoes

1 tbsp coconut milk

1 tbsp vegan butter

1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/2 cup chopped pecans

Preparation

• Bake potatoes in oven or microwave until fork tender. (in microwave bake for 10 minutes and turn after 5 minutes)
• Cut potatoes in half and scoop pulp into a bowl. Discard skin
• Mash potatoes then add coconut milk, butter and cinnamon
• Use a fork to combine thoroughly and to achieve a smooth creamy texture
• Top with pecans and serve